Yonatan Rapoport, a British-Israeli man, has been remembered as a devoted father who bravely stood against Hamas. Yoni was tragically killed during the militant group’s attack on kibbutz Be’eri last week. He leaves behind two young children, Yosefi and Aluma. Noelle Rapoport, Yoni’s mother, described him as an adored member of the community who was particularly cherished by the older residents. She spoke fondly of his compassionate nature; he never passed by without saying hello to the people he encountered.
“Yoni will always be with us. He’s in my heart and always will be, and I just miss him,” said Noelle. His brother, Adam, remembers him as an avid nature enthusiast who loved gardening. Yoni is also remembered for his love of Manchester United, with plans to take his son Yosefi to watch a match at Old Trafford next month.
The Israeli fan club of Manchester United praised Rapoport’s bravery in the face of the militant group’s attacks. The statement described his family as devoted fans and veteran club members who were planning to visit the stadium for the Luton Town game on November 11. “Yonatan was excited to take his son Yosefi [to Manchester] for the first time,” the statement read. “The whole community embraces you and shares deeply in your sorrow.”
Roi, a 54-year-old British citizen, was also confirmed dead in the attacks. His sister, Ayelet Svatitzky, described her brother as a kind-hearted and generous man who was shot dead at the back of his home. The latter part of the article highlights that seven British nationals are missing and feared dead or held hostage in Gaza, and that the death toll from the conflict in the region has reached over 1,400 people in Israel and over 3,700 in Gaza.
As the stories of UK nationals who have lost their lives due to the Israel-Gaza war continue to emerge, it’s important to remember and honour the lives tragically cut short
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